Learn Watercolour Painting for Beginners – 10-Sessions

Online watercolour class


Sherry Qasmi
Sherry Qasmi
5.0 (17)

10 x 2 hours Class size 4 to 10 guests       $350 (PayPal Pay in 4 available)

Join a relaxing and creative 10-week watercolour course designed for beginners and anyone looking to build strong foundations in painting. Saturday mornings at 11:30am for 10 weeks.
Each session is 2 hours long and focuses on essential techniques while guiding you step-by-step to create simple, beautiful artworks. We start from the basics and gradually build your confidence and skills in a supportive and inspiring environment.
What you’ll learn:
  • Fundamental watercolour techniques (washes, blending, layering)
  • Colour mixing and control
  • Brush techniques and composition
  • Creating depth, light, and atmosphere
What you’ll paint:
  • Landscapes
  • Flowers
  • Simple nature-inspired scenes
Each session includes a practical painting exercise so you can apply what you learn and see your progress over time.
Perfect for:
  • Complete beginners
  • Anyone wanting to relax and explore creativity
  • Students looking to improve technique step-by-step
This class is not just about painting—it’s about enjoying the process, building confidence, and developing your own artistic style.
Knowledge required
* Complete beginners
What to bring
Materials List
Paints
  • Watercolour paint set (basic set is fine)
  • Recommended: a palette including primary colours (blue, red, yellow) + a few earth tones
Paper
  • Watercolour paper (minimum 300gsm / 140lb)
  • Cold-pressed (recommended for beginners)
  • A4 or A3 size
Brushes
  • Round brushes: sizes 2, 6, and 10 (or similar)
  • Optional: a larger wash brush
Other Essentials
  • Palette (for mixing colours)
  • Two jars of clean water
  • Paper towel or cloth
  • Pencil (HB or 2B)
  • Eraser
Optional (but helpful)
  • Masking tape (to secure paper)
  • Spray bottle (for wetting paper)
  • Hairdryer (to speed up drying)
Session repeats

This class series runs over 10 consecutive sessions, at the same time every week.

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Sherry Qasmi
Sherry Qasmi

5.0 (17)

Greetings, I'm Sherry, an artist of watercolors and a guide in the vibrant city of Melbourne. The world of watercolors has revealed itself to be a realm of immense healing and boundless joy for me. It all began in 2011 as a simple hobby, but over time, it has blossomed into an unwavering passion that now graces each day of my life. Within the sanctuary of my personal home studio, I bring to life my creative visions.
My heart finds solace in painting enchanting flowers, drawing inspiration from the gentle whispers of nature to craft breathtaking landscapes. Additionally, the charm of cityscapes, bustling streets, and the stories etched onto the faces of people find their way onto my canvas. I extend a warm invitation to you to join me in this creative haven, where the intricate dance of color and water upon paper gives birth to exquisite artistry.
Allow me to be your guide as I share my techniques, enabling you to create your own masterpiece, a creation that you can proudly adorn your surroundings with. For a glimpse into my artistic journey, feel free to explore the links below.

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2026-07-03 15:00:00
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